Getting Around
How to get to and from Chennai International Airport — taxis, public transport, shuttles and car rental.
Transport Options at MAA
Chennai International Airport is connected to Chennai and the wider India transport network by multiple ground transport options.
Chennai Metro's Blue Line has a dedicated Chennai International Airport station connecting directly into the city, including to Chennai Central, in well under an hour.
MTC (Metropolitan Transport Corporation) city buses also serve the airport for budget travelers.
Prepaid taxi counters inside arrivals are the recommended option — fix the fare there rather than negotiating with drivers outside.
Uber and Ola are both widely used and reliable from Chennai airport, with designated pickup points.
Self-drive rental is uncommon for visitors; most travelers use a hired car with driver instead, bookable through the airport or hotels.
Skip the taxi touts outside and use either the prepaid taxi counter or Uber/Ola from the designated pickup zone — both are safer and cheaper than negotiating on the curb.
Pre-Book Your Transfer
Skip the taxi queue. Book a private transfer from MAA to Chennai in advance and have a driver waiting when you land.
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Car Rental at MAA
Exploring India beyond Chennai? Renting a car at the airport gives you maximum flexibility from the moment you land.
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